Polestar 1 vs Polestar 2
Overview | |
MSRP$155,000 | MSRP$49,900 |
Listings4 | Listings438 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryPolestar is one of the newest brands in the automotive firmament, but it still has a connection to an established automaker. The Polestar name originally belonged to an independent motorsports and tuning company focused on modifying Volvos. It was eventually acquired by the Swedish automaker, and for a short time became its performance sub-brand, similar to Mercedes-AMG or BMW M. Volvo then decided to reassign the Polestar name to a new brand focused on electric vehicles. Launched for the 2021 model year, the Polestar 2 was the new brand’s first volume model, following the limited-edition Polestar 1 plug-in hybrid. Polestar has other EVs planned, but for now the 2 remains its sole offering. The 2024 Polestar 2 gets some notable upgrades, including a range boost, revised styling, and some powertrain changes. All of that helps keep the 2 fresh in the face of competition like the Tesla Model 3 and Hyundai Ioniq 6. Polestar keeps its lineup simple. Buyers can choose between Long Range Single Motor and Long Range Dual Motor configurations. We sampled the single-motor Polestar 2 for this review. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 600 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower600 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity34 kWh | EV Battery Capacity82 kWh |
MPG City55 | MPG City |
MPG Highway61 | MPG Highway |
Battery Charge Time (240V)9 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V)8 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 600 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name299 hp Electric |
Torque737 lb-ft @ 3300 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower600 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower |
Battery Charge Time (240V)9 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V)8 hours |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity34 kWh | EV Battery Capacity82 kWh |
MPG City55 | MPG City |
MPG Highway61 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space4.4 cu ft | Cargo Space14.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight5180 lbs | Curb Weight4396 lbs |
Height53.2 in | Height58.2 in |
Length182.0 in | Length181.3 in |
Width79.6 in | Width78.1 in |
Wheelbase108.0 in | Wheelbase107.7 in |
Maximum Payload725 lbs | Maximum Payload925 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $155,000 | $49,900 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 5.0 | 4.1 |
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Polestar is one of the newest brands in the automotive firmament, but it still has a connection to an established automaker. The Polestar name originally belonged to an independent motorsports and tuning company focused on modifying Volvos. It was eventually acquired by the Swedish automaker, and for a short time became its performance sub-brand, similar to Mercedes-AMG or BMW M. Volvo then decided to reassign the Polestar name to a new brand focused on electric vehicles. Launched for the 2021 model year, the Polestar 2 was the new brand’s first volume model, following the limited-edition Polestar 1 plug-in hybrid. Polestar has other EVs planned, but for now the 2 remains its sole offering. The 2024 Polestar 2 gets some notable upgrades, including a range boost, revised styling, and some powertrain changes. All of that helps keep the 2 fresh in the face of competition like the Tesla Model 3 and Hyundai Ioniq 6. Polestar keeps its lineup simple. Buyers can choose between Long Range Single Motor and Long Range Dual Motor configurations. We sampled the single-motor Polestar 2 for this review. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 600 hp I4 Hybrid | |
Drive Train | AWD | |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Horsepower | 600 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 34 kWh | 82 kWh |
MPG City | 55 | |
MPG Highway | 61 | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 9 hours | 8 hours |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 600 hp I4 Hybrid | 299 hp Electric |
Torque | 737 lb-ft @ 3300 rpm | |
Horsepower | 600 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 9 hours | 8 hours |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 34 kWh | 82 kWh |
MPG City | 55 | |
MPG Highway | 61 | |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 4.4 cu ft | 14.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5180 lbs | 4396 lbs |
Height | 53.2 in | 58.2 in |
Length | 182.0 in | 181.3 in |
Width | 79.6 in | 78.1 in |
Wheelbase | 108.0 in | 107.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 725 lbs | 925 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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